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Popeyes Adds New Sandwiches, Makes Popular Menu Items Permanent
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is bringing back its popular Chicken Wraps to compete with other fast-food giants' snack options. The company announced that its wraps are now permanent menu items on Monday, May 4. They come in three varieties: Classic, Spicy, and a new Blackened Ranch flavor. Each $3.99 wrap features a crunchy chicken tender, lettuce, shredded cheese, two pickles, and sauce rolled in a soft buttermilk tortilla inspired by Popeyes biscuits. "We know our guests are looking for convenience without sacrificing great taste and value, which is why we're thrilled to be giving…
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Chicken Nuggets Join Wayback Burgers Menu
A new addition at a familiar burger chain is giving customers another reason to take a closer look at what’s cooking. Wayback Burgers has introduced hand-breaded Chicken Nuggets as a permanent menu item, expanding beyond its core lineup of made-to-order burgers and milkshakes. The Cheshire, Connecticut-based fast-casual chain said the nuggets are made with all-white meat and prepared to order, offering a crispy exterior and a tender interior. They are available in five-, eight-, and 12-piece portions, with suggested prices of $2.99, $4.99, and $6.99. Customers can pair the nuggets with a r…
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$88M Pledged In Crowdfunded Bid To Buy Spirit Airlines: 'The Movement Grew So Fast'
What started as a joke at the expense of Spirit Airlines has grown into a serious effort to buy the now-grounded carrier. Content creator Hunter Peterson's attempt to buy Spirit has generated more than $88 million in non-binding pledges as of Monday, May 4. The voice actor, who made a video of himself flying on Spirit planes for 24 hours, launched letsbuyspiritair.com shortly after the Dania Beach, Florida-based airline abruptly canceled all flights and ceased operations on Saturday, May 2. In his first TikTok video after Spirit's collapse, Peterson said he had a "genius idea" to …
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Dozens Injured As Urgent Recall Issued For 8.2M Containers Sold At Walmart, Amazon, Target
More than 8 million Thermos containers are being recalled after dozens of people were injured, including cases of permanent vision loss, officials said. Thermos is recalling its Stainless King Food Jars and Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, April 30. About 8.2 million containers were sold in the US, including roughly 5.8 million food jars and 2.3 million bottles. The issue stems from the containers' stopper, which doesn't have a pressure relief feature. The stopper can forcefully eject when opened if food or drinks are store…
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GameStop Makes Surprising $55B Bid To Buy eBay: What To Know
GameStop is trying to buy eBay in a surprise deal that would value the online marketplace at about $55.5 billion. eBay confirmed GameStop's "unsolicited proposal" to acquire all of the e-commerce giant in a news release on Monday, May 4. In the non-binding offer, GameStop would purchase eBay for $125 per share in cash and stock. The San Jose, California-based platform known for its auctions said it didn't have any discussions with GameStop before receiving the offer. "The board will review this proposal with a focus on the value to be delivered to eBay shareholders, including the valu…
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What To Know About Apple’s New iOS Security Update
Apple has released a new update for iPhone and iPad users: iOS 26.4.2. It addresses a critical security flaw and improves device performance, making it a must-download for all eligible users. The update addresses a significant issue where deleted notifications were still being stored on devices. According to Apple’s official release notes, the flaw, identified as CVE-2026-28950, posed a privacy risk by allowing previously deleted notifications to be retrieved. This update also includes performance improvements. Early user reports suggest more accurate keyboard responses …
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Cash Withdrawal Limits Being Rolled Out By Banks: Here’s Why
A quiet shift in how Americans access their own money is drawing closer attention. New limits on cash withdrawals are being introduced at banks across the US, according to multiple reports, reflecting broader changes in how financial institutions manage risk and handle customer transactions. Reports from Yahoo Finance and A Magical Mess indicate that some banks have begun tightening daily and monthly withdrawal caps, in some cases adding fees of up to $20 when customers exceed them. The changes are being driven by a combination of factors, including fraud prevention, increased mo…
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Pickle-Flavored Lip Balm Hits Stores In 'Tangy, Sour' Collab
Pickle lovers can now enjoy their favorite taste while fixing their chapped lips. Burt's Bees is teaming up with Grillo's Pickles to launch a limited-edition Fresh Cucumber Dill lip balm. The Clorox Company, which owns Burt's Bees, announced the salty collaboration in a news release on Monday, April 27. The new balm, available exclusively at Walmart, blends Burt's Bees' signature hydrating formula with the crisp, tangy profile associated with Grillo's Pickles. "Flavor trends don't stay in the kitchen anymore," wrote Gabrielle Laurent, brand experience manager for Burt's Bees. "Today's cons…
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Uber Adds Hotel Booking, Vacation Rentals In Major App Expansion
You can soon do more than order a ride or food through Uber as the platform expands into hotel bookings and vacation rentals. Uber announced the updates at its annual GO–GET product event in New York on Wednesday, April 29. Users in the US will be able to book hotels directly on the popular ridesharing app. The new feature is part of Uber's partnership with Expedia Group, offering access to more than 700,000 hotels worldwide. "Uber is becoming an app for everything — helping people go, get, and now travel all in one place," said Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.&nbs…
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Payouts Finally Starting In $2.67B Health Insurance Settlement After Years Of Delays
Millions of people could finally receive money in a major Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement more than five years after the deal was approved in court. The $2.67 billion settlement is expected to begin paying out in May 2026, according to the settlement's website. The agreement follows a yearslong legal battle after Blue Cross Blue Shield was accused of restricting competition in the health insurance market. A class action lawsuit argued that Blue Cross Blue Shield created higher costs for customers because of limited competition between insurers. The company denied …
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Popular BBQ Chain With MD Location Shutters All Restaurants: What To Know
Popular barbecue restaurant chain Smokey Bones has closed its remaining locations about three months after its parent company declared bankruptcy. All restaurants are listed as closed every day on the Smokey Bones website. The chain had experienced years of decline after once operating more than 100 locations nationwide. A sign on the door of a former Smokey Bones in Springfield, Illinois, said the chain is no longer operating, The State-Journal Register reported. "This location is permanently closed," the sign reads. "Smokey Bones has ceased operations at all locations. We thank…
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Massive Recall Issued For Widely Used Nasal Spray Over Child Poisoning Risk
Nearly 800,000 nasal spray bottles are being recalled because the packaging is not child-resistant, federal officials said. Bayer is recalling about 786,100 Afrin Original Nasal Spray 6 mL bottles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 30. The recall applies to unexpired travel-size bottles with specific lot numbers. The nasal sprays contain an imidazoline, which must be in child-resistant packaging or include required safety labeling under federal law. The recalled bottles don't meet those requirements, creating a risk of serious injury or illness if swallowed…
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